Associate of Divinity Degree
You need to complete 20 more courses and 63 more credits to mark this activity complete.
Associate Degree in Divinity
Start Your Journey. Grow in Christ. Prepare to Lead.
Are you called to serve God but just starting your formal ministry training? The Associate Degree in Divinity at Christian Leaders Institute (CLI) offers a strong and flexible foundation in the Bible, theology, and practical ministry. Whether your goal is to minister in your local church, become a licensed or ordained leader, or eventually pursue a bachelor’s degree, this program is your launchpad.
Designed to help you become grounded in the Bible and theology, develop a biblical worldview, grow closer to Christ, and serve God in various kinds of Christian ministry and leadership.
What is the Associate Degree in Divinity?
This fully online correspondence degree program combines academic learning with spiritual formation. It’s designed to help you grow deeper in faith while gaining the skills and knowledge needed for real-world ministry.
If you choose to continue your education, this degree provides a clear pathway into the Bachelor of Divinity program at CLI or transfer to one of our academic partners.
What you’ll learn
- Summarize the redemptive story of Scripture and key theological truths
- Articulate a biblical worldview and contrast it with competing worldviews
- Practice spiritual disciplines that draw you closer to Christ
- Apply biblical principles for ministry, leadership, and communication
- Think critically and communicate clearly in written and spoken form
Opens doors to greater ministry
- Local church and volunteer leadership
- Ordination pathways through the Christian Leaders Alliance
- Chaplaincy, discipleship, and outreach roles
- Advancing to the Bachelor of Divinity or partner institutions
Prepare for ordination and ministry licensing
- Ordination through the Christian Leaders Alliance
- Becoming a Licensed Christian Officiant
- Chaplain assistant or outreach ministry roles
An Associate Degree in Divinity is more than a stepping stone—it’s a ministry launching pad. Whether you’re serving part-time, full-time, or preparing for advanced study, this degree equips you to lead, serve, and grow in your calling.
To receive the
Associate of Divinity Degree
Requires a 2.00 GPA and to
complete the following :
Level 1 Endorsement
You need 9 more Units
0 of 64 Minimum Units Completed
Associate of Divinity Degree
Requires a 2.00 GPA and to
complete the following :
Level 1 Endorsement17 courses required
- Ethics (3 Units)
- History of World Christianity (4 Units)
- Church and Ministry (3 Units)
- Ministry Foundations (3 Units)
- New Testament Survey (3 Units)
- Old Testament Survey (3 Units)
- Pastoral Care (3 Units)
- Theology I (4 Units)
- Christian Basics: Introduction to Christian Doctrine (3 Units)
- People Smart for Ministry (3 Units)
- Total Fitness (3 Units)
- Introduction to Communication (3 Units)
- Christian Leaders Connections (3 Units)
- Leadership Excellence School Admissions (0 Units)
- College Writing (3 Units)
- College Writing Lab (1 Unit)
- Capstone Associate of Divinity (1 Unit)
1 course required
- Transfer - Social Science 1 (3 Units)
- Introduction to Psychology (3 Units)
- Introduction to Economics (3 Units)
- Introduction to Sociology (3 Units)
1 course required
- Transfer - Mathematics 1 (3 Units)
- Transfer - Science 1 (3 Units)
- Astronomy (3 Units)
- Introduction to Biology (3 Units)
- Practical Mathematics (3 Units)
- College Algebra (3 Units)
9 Units Minimum in any of these Categories:
Bible, Communication, Humanities, Interdisciplinary, Math, Ministry, Science, Social, Theology
You need 9 more Units